Job description

BPN Staffing Solutions is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist to fulfill a 13-week contract. We are offering all qualified respiratory therapists opportunities that fits their specific needs and desires. We offer travel contracts, local contracts, and PRN opportunities! We are hear to make working easy!

Start Date: ASAP or As Soon as Cleared

Shift: Days & Nights available, 3x12-hour shifts

**This requires repetitive physical activity, must be able to walk and stand to perform duties and the ability materials 20-50 pounds

Duties:

• Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician’s orders and/or approved protocols
• Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations
• Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment
• Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures toachieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each.
• Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
• Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
• Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies.
• Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting.
• Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
• Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
• Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.

**MUST HAVE NICU/PICU experience to be considered

Certifications Requried:

• ACLS - AHA
• BLS- AHA
• NRP
• PALS - AHA
• RRT

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newport News, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Respiratory therapy: 2 years (Required)
• PICU: 1 year (Required)
• NICU: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RRT (Required)
• NRP Certification (Required)
• BLS from AHA (Required)
• PALS Certification from AHA (Required)
• ACLS Certification from AHA (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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